Threads of Thought

Step Into the Real-Life Setting of Silent Hill f: Kanayama Town, Gero City, Japan

Discover Kanayama Town in Gero City, the real-life inspiration for Silent Hill f. Explore Kinkotsu alleyways, learn the town’s history, and enjoy guided tours while respecting local culture.

2025.09.28

Culture and Traditions

The Red Flowers in SILENT HILL f: The Meaning of Higanbana in Japan

Discover the meaning of the red flowers in SILENT HILL f. Learn about Higanbana, Japan’s red spider lilies, their cultural symbolism, and where you can see them in the Japanese countryside during autumn.

2025.09.24

Culture and Traditions

Discover Japan’s Seasonal Sweets at Seven Eleven: The “Parfait with Sweet Potato”

Discover Seven Eleven’s seasonal sweets in Japan! Try the limited-edition “Parfait with Sweet Potato,” a Halloween-inspired dessert layered with Japanese flavors.

2025.09.24

Convenience Store Sweets

Hiroshima to Miyajima Travel Guide: JR, Ferry & Ropeway Tips for Foreign Tourists

A complete guide for foreign tourists visiting Miyajima from Hiroshima. Learn about JR trains, Hiroshima Electric Railway, direct ferries, and ropeway schedules to make the most of your day.

2025.09.21

Culture and Traditions

How to Use Self-Checkout at 7-Eleven in Japan 🇯🇵💳

Learn how to use self-checkout at 7-Eleven in Japan. Step-by-step guide for cash, credit card, and IC card payments for tourists.

2025.09.20

Culture and Traditions

How to Enjoy Kura Sushi in Japan: A Complete Guide for Foreign Visitors 🍣

Discover how to enjoy Kura Sushi in Japan. From the ticket machine system to daikon gari, express belts, and the Bikkura Pon game, here’s a complete guide for foreign visitors.

2025.09.20

Culture and Traditions

Understanding Japanese Greetings: Bowing vs. Eshaku 🙇‍♂️🇯🇵

Learn the difference between Japanese bowing (ojigi) and eshaku. Understand cultural etiquette and subtle greetings for travelers in Japan.

2025.09.20

Culture and Traditions

How to Ride the Hello Kitty Shinkansen: Tips for Foreign Visitors 🚄🎀

Learn how to ride the Hello Kitty Shinkansen in Japan! Free seating, ticket tips, and insider info for foreign visitors.

2025.09.20

Culture and Traditions

Why Nissan GT-R Pops and Crackles: Intentional Engineering, Not a Defect 🔥

Discover why the Nissan GT-R produces popping and crackling sounds from its exhaust. Learn about the Overrun/Crackle Map and why these dramatic sounds are intentional, not a defect.

2025.09.20

Life Musings

Itadakimasu and Gochisousama: Understanding Japanese Dining Etiquette 🍽️🇯🇵

Learn the meaning of the Japanese dining phrases "Itadakimasu" and "Gochisousama" and how to use them when visiting Japan. A guide for foreign travelers.

2025.09.20

Culture and Traditions